
BEAR PAW — 27.43m Custom for Charter in Greece
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Charter destination
Sitka
About this yacht
Summer Operating Area: Alaska, USA Winter Operating Area: San Juan Islands, Pacific NW
Welcome aboard our 90’ steel hull custom built expedition Charter Yacht M/Y Bear Paw serving the San Juan Islands, Washington State to the South East Alaskan waters. M/Y Bear is launching for service spring of 2023.M/Y Bear Paw is focused on showcasing all that the Pacific Northwest and South East Alaska has to offer. Spring brings in the herring run which attracts hundreds of whales and thousands of birds to the Sitka area and beyond, appropriately known as a photographer’s paradise. Early summer brings out the waking Brown Bears and the King and Chum salmon runs begins. Sitka, Alaska, boasts to have one of the strongest King Salmon runs in the state. Late summer leading in to fall, the bears are fluffy and well fed with the continuation of King, Sockeye, Chum and Coho salmon runs that attract various other species whom all capitalize on this annual event. There is no set schedule and the vessel can go in to places that large cruse ships cannot go. This is a personalized experience depending on the guests needs, interests and activity level. An elevator is available to serve all three decks on board for any guests with limited mobilities. A wide range of activities like hiking, kayaking, beachcombing, fishing and setting shrimp and crab pots for the daily catch is a way of life. To sit back, relax and enjoy a book, or watch the shorelines go by while underway……you will birdwatch and find countless species like sea and river otters, humpback whales, orcas whales, porpoises’, stellar sealions, harbor seals, bald eagles, hummingbirds and we will discover some local natural hot springs too!
Features & Amenities
- Beam
- 6.58 m
- Draft
- 3.04 m
Toys & Water Sports
Water Toys
Tenders
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to charter BEAR PAW?+
BEAR PAW charters $36,000–$45,000 per week, plus VAT and APA. Contact Aris Drivas Yachting for current availability and a tailored quote.
How many guests can BEAR PAW accommodate?+
BEAR PAW sleeps 6 guests in 3 cabins. Cabin layout: [{"label":"King Cabins","value":"3"}]. A professional crew of 3 is on board.
Where does BEAR PAW operate?+
BEAR PAW cruises Greece. Summer base: Sitka. Custom itineraries are built around your preferences — contact Aris Drivas Yachting to plan a route.
Who built BEAR PAW and what are her specs?+
BEAR PAW is a 27.43m (90ft) motor yacht built by Custom in 1967, with a refit in 2011. Cruising speed 9 knots.
What is included in the charter rate for BEAR PAW?+
The weekly rate covers the yacht itself, her crew of 3, insurance, and use of the onboard equipment and water toys. Fuel, food and beverages, berthing and port fees, and shore excursions are paid from the APA, and VAT is charged on the base rate. APA (Advance Provisioning Allowance) is typically around 40% of the base rate, held by the captain and accounted for in full — unspent balance is refunded at disembarkation. Greek charter VAT varies by yacht and by charter, broadly between 5.2% and 24%, depending on the yacht's type, size and certification, the duration of the charter, whether it passes through international waters, and whether the yacht carries permanent professional crew. We confirm the applicable rate for BEAR PAW before you sign. Crew gratuity is separate and discretionary, customarily 10–15% of the base rate.
When is the best time to charter BEAR PAW?+
BEAR PAW charters from $36,000 per week in low season and $45,000 in high season — a difference of about 25% between the two. In Greece, July and August are peak: the most settled weather, the busiest anchorages, and the highest rates. Late May, June, and September offer warm water and quieter islands at the low-season rate, and are what we most often recommend. The meltemi wind is strongest in July and August across the Cyclades, which is worth weighing if sea state matters to your party.
How do I book a charter on BEAR PAW?+
Send an enquiry through this page or contact Aris Drivas Yachting directly. We confirm availability with the central agent, prepare a tailored itinerary and quote, and handle the contract, APA, and crew briefing end-to-end. DRIVAS has been brokering Greek charters since 1972.
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